The nurse is continuing to care for the child. Exhibits After reviewing the discharge instructions with the family, which of the following statements by a parent indicate an understanding of the teaching? For each statement by the parent, click to specify if the statement reflects an understanding or indicates a need for reinforcement of the discharge teaching.

"We should notify the provider if the cast becomes loose over time."

"We should expect the swelling and tingling to worsen before it gets better."

"We need to be very careful about how we handle the cast for the first 2 days while it dries."

"It is important that our child avoids placing anything inside the cast.

"We should prop the casted arm on pillows for the next 24 hours."